ANNAPOLIS, MD—A state of preparedness has been declared for Maryland ahead of an upcoming heat wave that is expected to bring potentially dangerous temperatures this weekend. The declaration (PDF) was signed by Governor Wes Moore and it directs state emergency management officials to coordinate efforts in advance of the potential impacts from the heat and humidity. “The health and safety […]
UPDATE: The Excessive Heat Watch has been cancelled and a Heat Advisory has been issued for Saturday, as heat index values of 105 – 107 degrees are expected in the Baltimore area. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for Saturday in the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from noon […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation announced that it will test out new road safety measures in three cities in the state this summer before they roll out statewide. The pilot projects are going to be implemented in partnership with Smart Growth America and will be rolled out first in Howard County, the City of Hagerstown, and the Town of […]
BALTIMORE, MD—A record-breaking heat wave is expected to expand from the Midwest and Great Lakes to the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states this week, potentially lingering through early next week. The National Weather Service says the duration of this heat wave is notable and potentially the longest experienced in decades for some locations. Widespread daily high temperature records and a few […]
BALTIMORE, MD—As high pressure pulls away from the coast, a return to southerly winds will yield much warmer weather on Thursday in the Baltimore area. High temperatures should rise into the upper 80s to near 90 degrees in some spots, accompanied by some isolated showers. The heat intensifies with near-record highs expected on Friday. Severe weather chances will also increase […]
BALTIMORE, MD—While temperatures in and around the Baltimore area will remain below normal for the next day or two, an early blast of summer heat is coming later this week. The National Weather Service says low humidity and below normal temps are expected through Wednesday before near-record heat enters the area on Thursday. Temperatures will surge into the low- to […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has confirmed that five tornadoes touched down in Maryland on Wednesday evening. Forecasters confirm that twisters touched down in Poolesville (ending in Gaithersburg), Montgomery County; Columbia, Howard County; Arbutus (ending in Halethorpe), Baltimore County; Middle River, Baltimore County; and Eldersburg (ending in Gamber), Carroll County. All of the tornadoes were classified as EF-1, except for […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect through 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Forecasters say that any storms that might develop may contain quarter-sized hail, wind gusts of up to 65 mph, and frequent lightning. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts throughout the […]